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Malaysian F1 Grand Prix

One of the first events in the annual Formula 1 Grand Prix motor
racing season is the Malaysian Grand Prix at the impressive Sepang
International Circuit. The first World Championship Grand Prix held
at this new ultra-modern track, known for its sweeping corners and
wide straights, was in 1999, and since then the event has become
known as one of the most thrilling on the F1 Calendar. The
Malaysian weather, with the possibility of extreme heat or tropical
storms, adds extra excitement to the race. The inaugural event, in
1999, remains the most famous, because it saw Michael Schumacher
return to the sport after injury, race masterfully and help his
team mate to win, only to be disqualified on a technical
irregularity, which was later overruled! The 2001 event is also
well remembered because it was held during a storm, which made
conditions extremely dangerous. Thousands of people travel to
Malaysia for the Grand Prix and the event is accompanied by all
sorts of festivities.